Two Angus bus operators to make face coverings a requirement
JP Minicoaches and Redline are bringing in the rule as kids return tomorrow.
Last updated 11th Aug 2020
Two school bus operators in Angus will require pupils to wear face coverings on board.
JP Minicoaches and Redline is bringing in the rule as kids return tomorrow.
It will affect 11 schools in the area.
A spokesperson for Angus Council said: "Although national guidance does not make the wearing of face coverings mandatory on most school services, operators are required to carry out their own risk assessments for each of their services.
"Both JP Minicoaches and Redline are requesting that pupils travelling on their services wear a face covering."
LIST OF SCHOOLS AFFECTED
A/2 Auchterhouse PS
A/5 Carmyllie PS
F/3 Whitehills PS
F/6 Letham PS
F/8 Forfar Academy
F/9 Forfar Academy & Langland PS
K/7 Glamis PS and Websters HS
K/8 Glamis PS and Websters HS
K/10 Isla PS
K/15 Tannadice PS
K/20 Northmuir PS and Websters HS
K/27 Websters HS
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